Tennessee Waltz

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About Tennessee Waltz

"Tennessee Waltz" is a popular country music song with lyrics by Redd Stewart and music by Pee Wee King written in 1946 and first released in January 1948. The song became a multimillion seller via a 1950 recording – as "The Tennessee Waltz" – by Patti Page. As of 1974, it was the biggest-selling song ever in Japan. All versions of the lyrics narrate a situation in which the persona has introduced his or her sweetheart to a friend who then waltzes away with her or him. The lyrics are altered for pronoun gender on the basis of the gender of the singer. The popularity of "Tennessee Waltz" also made it the fourth official song of the state of Tennessee in 1965. 


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I was dancing with my darling to the Tennessee Waltz
When an old friend I happened to see
I introduced her to my loved one
And while they were dancing
My friend stole my sweetheart from me

I remember the night and the Tennessee Waltz
Now I know just how much I have lost
Yes, I lost my little darling the night they were playing
The beautiful Tennessee Waltz

I was dancing with my darling to the Tennessee Waltz
When an old friend I happened to see
I introduced her to my loved one
And while they were dancing
My friend stole my sweetheart from me

I remember the night and the Tennessee Waltz
Now I know just how much I have lost
Yes, I lost my little darling the night they were playing
The beautiful Tennessee Waltz

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Patti Page

Clara Ann Fowler (born November 8, 1927), known by her professional name Patti Page, is an American singer, one of the best-known female artists in traditional pop music. She was the best-selling female artist of the 1950s, and has sold over 100 million records. Her nickname is The Singin' Rage (a phrase commonly followed by "Miss Patti Page"). more »

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Written by: Redd Stewart, Pee Wee King

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10 facts about this song

Historical Significance
"Tennessee Waltz" is one of the biggest selling singles in history, moving 10 million copies for Patti Page in 1950 alone.
Song's Origin
The tune was originally an old folk song that had been transformed into a country tune by Pee Wee King and Redd Stewart in 1948, and Patti Page introduced it to a mainstream audience.
Chart Performance
"Tennessee Waltz" surprisingly reached No. 1 on the pop charts, rather than the country charts. It remained at that position for a total of 13 weeks.
Influence
The song is one of the ten official state songs of the state of Tennessee, with the action taken by the state’s General Assembly of designating it an official song in 1965.
Commercial Success
By the early 1950s, "Tennessee Waltz" had sold more copies than any other pop song, with the exception of Bing Crosby's "White Christmas."
Impact
"Tennessee Waltz" was Patti Page's biggest hit, and she became one of the most important voices of the 1950s following its success.
Style Variation
Patti Page's version of the song is known for using a "double voice" technique, where she harmonized with herself. This was a novelty at the time and became a signature for Page.
Recognition
In 1997, "Tennessee Waltz" was recognized as a state song of Tennessee.
Cover Versions
The song was covered by many artists in various genres including traditional pop, country, blues, folk, and gospel. Notable artists include Elvis Presley, Otis Redding, Norah Jones.
Awards
Patti Page’s version of "Tennessee Waltz" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1998, recognizing its historically significant role in recording history.

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